Direct Support Professional — Sign-On Bonus

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k eligibility

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO

Supportive team

Job summary

Opengate, located in Somers, NY, is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide high-quality support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities to contribute to treatment planning and daily living support.

Employees receive paid training, comprehensive health benefits, and a sign-on bonus at the Auerbach location.

Qualifications

• Experience with I/DD population preferred but not required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver's License in NY/NJ/CT.
• Proficient in basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including personal hygiene, feeding, and healthcare tasks.
• Advocate for individuals by ensuring access to services and participating in treatment planning.
• Develop knowledge of behavior management strategies and follow crisis intervention protocols (SCIP), including safe physical interventions if necessary.
• Assist with daily living activities, household tasks, and recreational programs to support independence and skill development.
• Administer medications under RN supervision and document habilitation services, active treatment, BIR, MIR, and medical charts.

Skills

Direct care

I/DD population experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Opengate, located in Somers, NY, is seeking dedicated Direct Support Professionals (DSP) to provide high-quality support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly wage and opportunities to contribute to treatment planning and daily living support.

Employees receive paid training, comprehensive health benefits, and a sign-on bonus at the Auerbach location.